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The main objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of dry needling for enhancing muscle performance.

April 12, 2026

A Systematic Review of Dry Needling Parameters for Improvements in Muscle Performance

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The main objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of dry needling for enhancing muscle performance.
Conducted a systematic review of trials
Focused on localized interventions targeting muscle trigger points
Assessed outcomes related to muscle performance improvement
Dry needling effectively improves muscle performance
Best results are seen when targeting specific muscle trigger points
Dry needling is beneficial as an adjunct to therapeutic exercise

Abstract

Evidence from the included trials suggests that DN intended to improve muscle performance may be effective when delivered as a localized, muscle‑specific intervention targeting MTrPs with the goal of eliciting an LTR. DN may serve as an effective adjunct to therapeutic exercise to enhance muscle performance in select musculoskeletal conditions.

A Systematic Review of Dry Needling Parameters for Improvements in Muscle Performance

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